What I have to start with

The John McClane of my 'greenhouse' is a hardy Yucca Cane plant. It was standing somewhat neglected and spider infested on my porch, but it has now been moved back on to my kitchen counter. See one of the less fortunate ones right next to it.

I received this one (and his unlucky neighbour) as house-warming gifts shortly after moving in to my flat. Since then, I have on two occasions thought it had died, but after watering it again it promptly sprang back to life.

Initially it had a main stem twice its current length with two sprouts of leaves at the top. Shortly after dying the first time, it re-sprouted near the bottom of the stem, and I removed the dead top half with a steak knife. Yes, it may be cruel, but as I still short a vast collection of gardening equipment, the nearest tool had to suffice.

This is one of two small succulent plants I have on my windowsill, gifts from my parents visit to Namibia. Unfortunately I have no idea what this is called, anyone of you perhaps?

I've tried hard not to over-water these plants. From the little reading up on the matter I've done till now, it seems over watering pot-plants can be more dangerous to them than under watering. And I love to water...

Next post I'll introduce the latest additions to the family.